Associate Attorney - General Litigation

About the role

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a Litigation Associate with at least 2-3 years of experience in commercial and/or general liability litigation to join its Norfolk, VA office. Experience in business & commercial litigation, general liability, labor & employment, medical malpractice defense, and products liability is a plus. This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney looking to handle a wide range of defense litigation matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients.

Responsibilities

• Legal research and drafting of pleadings, motions, and other documents
• Taking and defending depositions
• Representing clients in mediation
• Drafting and answering discovery requests
• Trial preparation and trial assistance
• Communicating effectively with clients and colleagues
• Local travel for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, site inspections, and depositions

Requirements

• Admission to the state bar of Virginia is required
• At least 2-3 years of experience in commercial and/or general liability litigation
• Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Low turnover, collegial, and collaborative environment
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs for associates
• Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs
• Robust benefits package, including:
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses
  • Paid parental leave program

Pay

Salary range: $125K - $140K. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.